IB History tutors to boost grades

At TutorsPlus, we don’t offer rigid pre-set programmes. While we adhere to the high standards of the IBDP, our approach remains flexible to cater to your individual needs.

Our tutoring process begins by evaluating your current understanding of the subject and areas where you may be struggling. Based on this information, we create a customised tutoring plan that helps bridge knowledge gaps and strengthen your skills. This means we can dedicate more time to challenging topics and skip over areas you’ve already mastered.

If exam preparation is your priority, we find it helpful to focus on past paper practice and delivering targeted feedback. You can also count on valuable exam tips, including time management strategies, insights into examiners’ expectations, and approaches to answering various question types. Our support extends to your Internal Assessment as well. With TutorsPlus and our expert IB History tutors, you can receive guidance to help you stay on track.

Ultimately, we build our tutoring programme around your specific wishes as well as a thorough evaluation of your strengths and weaknesses.

The IB History syllabus begins with five Core topics, from which your school selects one:

1.     Military leaders

2.     Conquest and its impact

3.      The move to global war

4.     Rights and protest

5.     Conflict and intervention

You’ll also study two World History Topics from these twelve options:

1. Society and economy (750–1400)

2. Causes and effects of wars (750–1500)

3. Dynasties and rulers (750–1500)

4. Societies in transition (1400–1700)

5. Early Modern states (1450–1789)

6. Causes and effects of Early Modern wars (1500–1750)

7. Origins, development and impact of industrialisation (1750–2005)

8. Independence movements (1800–2000)

9. Emergence and development of democratic states (1848–2000)

10.  Authoritarian states (20th century)

11.  Causes and effects of 20th-century wars

12.  The Cold War: Superpower tensions and rivalries (20th century)

Both Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) cover these components. HL students additionally study one region-specific topic:

1. History of Africa and the Middle East

2. History of the Americas

3. History of Asia and Oceania

4. History of Europe

At the end of Year 2 in the IBDP, students sit a comprehensive multi-level exam. Paper 1 tests source analysis skills based on core topics while Paper 2 requires an essay on World History Topics. At Higher Level, students also write an essay paper covering HL-specific topics. Finally, all students must complete a historical investigation report as their Internal Assessment.

The main differences between SL and HL IB History are the breadth of content as well as assessment requirements.

Both levels study the same Core and World History Topics. Specifically, your school chooses two topics from the Core and one topic from the World History sections. At the same time, HL students explore an extra topic with a regional focus (Africa and the Middle East, the Americas, Asia and Oceania, or Europe).

This expanded HL content also affects the assessment structure. While there are Paper 1 (source-based questions on Core topics) and Paper 2 (essays on World History Topics) for both levels, HL additionally requires Paper 3. It tests knowledge of the region-specific material through an essay. Apart from that, the end-of-the-year assessment includes a Historical Investigation (Internal Assessment), although its format and requirements are largely similar for SL and HL.

To find the right IB History tutor, it makes sense to consider several factors. First of all, you need to look for someone with appropriate qualifications and substantial teaching experience, particularly within the IB curriculum framework. Ideally, your potential tutor should be familiar with IB History assessment requirements and can deliver insights on how to meet them. Former and current IB examiners offer a significant advantage, as they boast firsthand knowledge of the assessment process.

Although the credentials of a potential IB History tutor are important, you must also consider their teaching approach and flexibility. The most effective tutors adapt their methods to your learning style and specific needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach. Their passion for history should translate into engaging sessions, which turn work with historical facts into a pleasure.

Practical considerations should matter as well. Therefore, you need to ensure your tutor offers scheduling flexibility that accommodates your existing commitments. We offer tuition on evenings, weekends and holidays, so you can get the support as and when you need it.

At TutorsPlus, we tick all these boxes. Our IB History tutors are some of the best professionals in the field. They possess advanced degrees, teaching experience, adaptable methodology, a wealth of knowledge, and the ability to spark your interest in History. We are happy to provide our sessions after school hours, during weekends, and at any time convenient for you. 

Our collaboration typically begins with a consultation – you can book it at +41 22 731 8148 or . During this conversation, we would like to discuss your specific learning goals, assess your current understanding of IB History, and address any questions you may have. This is also an opportunity to take advantage of our trial lesson and decide if our tutoring approach aligns with your learning style.

We aim to match you with a tutor who is not only knowledgeable but also supportive and friendly. Once you’ve found the perfect tutor, we’ll work with you to create a tutoring plan that accommodates your academic commitments and exam preparation schedule.

We provide both in-person tutoring in Switzerland (specifically, in Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, and Zug) and online sessions accessible from anywhere in the world. No matter which option suits you best, we guarantee effective learning experiences.

Our online platform features interactive whiteboards, screen and file sharing, and instant messaging tools that create an engaging virtual classroom environment. This technology guarantees that distance learning delivers the same educational value as our face-to-face sessions.

Absolutely! TutorsPlus offers all-encompassing assistance throughout your IB History Internal Assessment journey. Among other things, our tutors can help you brainstorm ideas and find a compelling research question, guide your source evaluation, strengthen your historical analysis, and refine the structure of your report. Overall, we strive to ensure that your work meets all IB criteria.

It is important that your IA demonstrates critical thinking and proper citation. Therefore, our tutors will be happy to provide constructive feedback on your drafts as well as tips on effective writing and argumentation.

Thanks to our personalised guidance, you will have a chance to transform your historical interests into a well-crafted and high-scoring investigation.

Yes, we can support your practice with past papers. In fact, we believe that they are an excellent way to prepare for your IB History exam. Therefore, reviewing and working with past papers can become a regular part of your tutoring sessions. You can rely on your IB History tutor to recommend appropriate practice papers and evaluate ones you’ve already completed.

Having said that, we believe that reviewing should be more comprehensive than simply pointing out your errors. Instead, our Tutors are committed to delivering detailed feedback on how to improve your answers. For instance, we have noticed that sometimes students fail to earn full marks simply because they’ve chosen an inappropriate structure. If this is the case with you as well, our tutors will explain how to organise your arguments logically, integrate evidence, and align your responses with the mark scheme requirements.

At the same time, past papers help reveal gaps in your knowledge. After reviewing your answers, your IB History teacher may recommend dedicating additional time to strengthening these specific areas.

Yes, we gladly provide supplementary materials to enhance your learning. You can, for instance, request targeted case studies to deepen your understanding of key topics and prepare for exam questions. Along with this, our tutors are able to offer other valuable materials including timelines, academic articles, historiographical reviews, revision guides, and much more. For visual learners, we offer access to historical maps and infographics. Finally, we can recommend documentary films that provide diverse perspectives on historical events.

Our IB History tutors carefully select these resources to complement the curriculum and support your particular learning style.

You certainly want your tutor to be a high-class professional with extensive experience and a knack for delivering material in a fun and enriching way. We designed our comprehensive vetting process to ensure just that. It includes in-depth interviews, reference checks, and background verification. The goal is to select candidates who are able to maintain rigorous educational standards and adapt their approach to diverse learning styles.

Overall, you can be sure that our tutors are certified teachers who hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in History or closely related fields. Thanks to their work in international schools, they are well-versed in the IB curriculum and its requirements. Moreover, many members of our team serve as EE coordinators, IA moderators, and IB examiners. This experience proves invaluable in helping students understand the assessment process and develop strategies for maximising their performance.